Posting Details
Posting Details
TitleCook - Salad Room
Posting NumberS01461JP
DepartmentDining Service - Moulton Union
Job Summary
Located in Brunswick, Maine, Bowdoin College boasts a student population of almost 2000. We make everything from scratch and are consistently rated in the top 10 for college dining! We have our own butcher shop, bakeshop, and organic garden that all supply food to our two dining halls and three retail locations.
Under the general direction of the Head Chef and Assistant Chefs, with guidance from higher level Cooks in Moulton Union, the Cook III for the Salad Room provides support in cold food preparation and work environment sanitation. These include:
Providing the kitchen with support on basic cooking tasks such as vegetable prep, simple recipe production, and keep up with basic sanitation
Preparation of ingredients in recipes for cold food production
Assisting with catering function set-ups and preparation
Operating cold food prep and short-order cooking equipment
Maintaining workspace in a clean and sanitary manner
Serving or replenishing foods on the cold serving lines
Reading recipes and preparing to specifications
Perform task support in diverse culinary departments such as cold foods or bake shop including preparing ingredients for use in recipe production
Compensation:
The pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. This role is eligible for overtime and shift/weekend differential
Shift Differentials: 10% for 2nd shift, 15% for 3rd shift, plus an additional $1.00/hour for weekend hours
New employees in Dining will receive a $500 sign-on bonus ( paid at first check and paid after 90 days of eligibility requirements are met)
Benefits and Perks:
Medical Insurance (Effective on date of hire)
Vision and Dental Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
$1,000 Employee Referral Program Bonus
Generous Retirement Plan - 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26 )
Accrue up to 10 day of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year)
Accrue up to 12 days of personal/sick time
17 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave (After 1 year)
Access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool (Including household)
Free fitness and wellness classes
And more: bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html
Education/Skills Requirements
High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or vocational/technical degree in the culinary or related field preferred
ServSafe certification required (or willingness to obtain within six months of employment)
Working knowledge of basic cooking techniques and their application in catering and/or institutional settings.
Ability to efficiently work independently and within a team atmosphere
Self-motivated with strong decision-making and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task and follow both written and oral directions
Willingness and ability to learn new tasks
Strong commitment to customer service
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
At least 1 year of experience in kitchen production or food service industry
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours
This is an onsite, full-time, year-round position, working 40 hours per week for 52 weeks per year (1.0 FTE). The role includes occasional overtime, weekends, holidays, and weather emergencies, as well as coverage during major college events such as Parents Weekend, Commencement, and Reunions.
The regular work schedule for this position is as follows
Monday: Off
Tuesday: 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Wednesday: 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday: 6:30 am to 2:30 pm
Sunday: Off
Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).
We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
#bcindeed
About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staffwith a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.
We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.
Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift
Employment CategoryFull Time Year Round
FTE1.00
Benefits EligibleYes
Pay TypeHourly
Background Check Package RequirementsSupport Staff
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?No
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?Yes
Posting Date07/30/2025
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until FilledNo
Type of PostingInternal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants
If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.
Posting Details
TitleCook - Salad Room
Posting NumberS01461JP
DepartmentDining Service - Moulton Union
Job Summary
Located in Brunswick, Maine, Bowdoin College boasts a student population of almost 2000. We make everything from scratch and are consistently rated in the top 10 for college dining! We have our own butcher shop, bakeshop, and organic garden that all supply food to our two dining halls and three retail locations.
Under the general direction of the Head Chef and Assistant Chefs, with guidance from higher level Cooks in Moulton Union, the Cook III for the Salad Room provides support in cold food preparation and work environment sanitation. These include:
Providing the kitchen with support on basic cooking tasks such as vegetable prep, simple recipe production, and keep up with basic sanitation
Preparation of ingredients in recipes for cold food production
Assisting with catering function set-ups and preparation
Operating cold food prep and short-order cooking equipment
Maintaining workspace in a clean and sanitary manner
Serving or replenishing foods on the cold serving lines
Reading recipes and preparing to specifications
Perform task support in diverse culinary departments such as cold foods or bake shop including preparing ingredients for use in recipe production
Compensation:
The pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. This role is eligible for overtime and shift/weekend differential
Shift Differentials: 10% for 2nd shift, 15% for 3rd shift, plus an additional $1.00/hour for weekend hours
New employees in Dining will receive a $500 sign-on bonus ( paid at first check and paid after 90 days of eligibility requirements are met)
Benefits and Perks:
Medical Insurance (Effective on date of hire)
Vision and Dental Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
$1,000 Employee Referral Program Bonus
Generous Retirement Plan - 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26 )
Accrue up to 10 day of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year)
Accrue up to 12 days of personal/sick time
17 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave (After 1 year)
Access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool (Including household)
Free fitness and wellness classes
And more: bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html
Education/Skills Requirements
High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or vocational/technical degree in the culinary or related field preferred
ServSafe certification required (or willingness to obtain within six months of employment)
Working knowledge of basic cooking techniques and their application in catering and/or institutional settings.
Ability to efficiently work independently and within a team atmosphere
Self-motivated with strong decision-making and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task and follow both written and oral directions
Willingness and ability to learn new tasks
Strong commitment to customer service
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
At least 1 year of experience in kitchen production or food service industry
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours
This is an onsite, full-time, year-round position, working 40 hours per week for 52 weeks per year (1.0 FTE). The role includes occasional overtime, weekends, holidays, and weather emergencies, as well as coverage during major college events such as Parents Weekend, Commencement, and Reunions.
The regular work schedule for this position is as follows
Monday: Off
Tuesday: 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Wednesday: 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday: 6:30 am to 2:30 pm
Sunday: Off
Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).
We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
#bcindeed
About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staffwith a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.
We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.
Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift
Employment CategoryFull Time Year Round
FTE1.00
Benefits EligibleYes
Pay TypeHourly
Background Check Package RequirementsSupport Staff
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?No
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?Yes
Posting Date07/30/2025
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until FilledNo
Type of PostingInternal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants
If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.
Job ID: 487792159
Originally Posted on: 8/2/2025
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